Government scrambles to address viral pothole controversy

Zimbabwe qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991 after defeating Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final, securing a spot among 24 teams for the 2027 tournament in Australia. This victory marks Zimbabwe's third World Cup appearance, while Namibia still has a chance to qualify through a play-off against the UAE for the Final Qualification Tournament. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Zimbabwe's rugby team won a big...

Cameroon's President Paul Biya, at 92, is seeking an eighth term in the upcoming October election, ramping up his social media presence to connect with the country's young population. However, analysts argue that his top-down communication style lacks authenticity and fails to address pressing issues like unemployment and corruption, leaving many skeptical of his efforts to engage voters. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Cameroon's President Paul Biya, who is 92 years old, is...

The Wafcon match between Senegal and South Africa was tightly contested, with Senegal creating early chances while South Africa struggled to find their rhythm until late in the game. After a scoreless draw, the match went to penalties, where Dlamini and Mbane secured South Africa's first shootout victory, setting up a challenging encounter against Nigeria in the next round. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In a tough soccer match, Senegal and South Africa...

Algeria, making their knockout stage debut, struggled offensively, scoring only once in four matches, and lost to Ghana in a tense penalty shootout after a goalless draw. Ghana's Badu secured a spot in the semifinals for the first time since 2016, as they aim for their first continental title against Morocco. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Algeria had a tough time scoring goals and lost to Ghana in a penalty shootout, but Ghana...

The Democratic Republic of Congo and M23 rebels have signed a ceasefire agreement in Qatar, known as the Declaration of Principles, aimed at ending the conflict and establishing a roadmap for a permanent settlement by August 18. While the deal outlines commitments including a cessation of attacks and reinstating state authority, disputes remain regarding the M23's withdrawal from occupied areas, highlighting the ongoing complexities of peace efforts in the region. Explain It To Me Like...

A report revealed that the May 2024 collapse of a partially-built apartment block in George, South Africa, which killed 34 workers, was "entirely preventable" due to ignored safety concerns and substandard materials. Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson called for criminal accountability and pledged to reform construction regulations following emotional meetings with survivors and victims' families. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A building fell down in South Africa, hurting many workers and causing sadness...